Moose Lake
EPA ID: MN1090009 · 1,782 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Moose Lake (MN1090009): 13 violations on record since 2021. Over the period covered by EPA data, Moose Lake recorded 13 violations, each listed as resolved; the utility serves 1,782 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Moose Lake Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Moose Lake have a median household income of $73,810 and about 4,994 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 63% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Moose Lake's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
Infrastructure Risk
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System Overview
Moose Lake (EPA ID: MN1090009) is a community water system in Minnesota that serves approximately 1,782 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 55767 in Moose Lake.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 0 resolved, 13 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2022 | Endrin | Non-health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2022 | BHC-GAMMA | Non-health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2022 | Methoxychlor | Non-health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2022 | Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate | Non-health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2022 | Simazine | Non-health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2022 | Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | Non-health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2022 | Hexachlorocyclopentadiene | Non-health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2022 | Atrazine | Non-health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2022 | LASSO | Non-health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2022 | Heptachlor | Non-health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2022 | Heptachlor epoxide | Non-health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2022 | HEXACHLOROBENZENE | Non-health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2022 | Benzo(a)pyrene | Non-health-based | Archived |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Endrin | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| BHC-GAMMA | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| Methoxychlor | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| Simazine | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
| Hexachlorocyclopentadiene | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
| LASSO | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| Heptachlor | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| Heptachlor epoxide | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| HEXACHLOROBENZENE | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| Benzo(a)pyrene | Other Violation | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.005 mg/L | No | 2023-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Radon Risk in Service Area
1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 2.
The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.
ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by MN or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 55767 - Moose Lake
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Moose Lake (MN1090009) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Moose Lake water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Moose Lake; its 13 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Moose Lake serve?
Moose Lake serves approximately 1,782 people across 1 ZIP code in Minnesota.
Where does Moose Lake get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Moose Lake (MN): 13 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mn1090009/
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